05492 Zip Code, Waterville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Waterville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 86 / 300 High
Violent Crime 79
21% below national avg
Property Crime 61
39% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 05492 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 05492 in Waterville, VT has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 86, which is 14% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Waterville.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 106, 6% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 22).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 106 (6% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 22 (78% below avg)

05492 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Waterville city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
92 -8% Average
Assault
74 -26% Low
Robbery
88 -12% Average
Rape
62 -38% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
106 +6% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
54 -46% Low
Vehicle Theft
22 -78% Low

05492 Crime Map

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05492 Demographics & Context

Population
644
Median Income
$71,671
Home Value
$347,087
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
30/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22%
Graduate Degree 9.3%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.1%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 05492, Waterville?

Zip code 05492 in Waterville, VT has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 86, which is 14% below the national average. Zip code 05492 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Waterville.

Is Zip code 05492 a safe neighborhood in Waterville?

Zip code 05492 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Waterville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 106), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 22). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Waterville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 05492?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 05492 is Burglary, with a crime index of 106 (6% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 05492?

Zip code 05492 has a population of approximately 644. The median household income is $71,671. The median home value is $347,087. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 05492 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 05492's overall crime rate is 14% below the national average (index 86 vs 100). Within Waterville, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.